Barack Obama delivers a tender, beautiful letter to his daughters in this powerful picture book illustrated by award-winner Loren Long that's made to be treasured! In this poignant letter to his daughters, Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the ideals that have shaped our nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and within all of America’s children. Breathtaking, evocative illustrations by award-winning artist Loren Long at once capture the personalities and achievements of these great Americans and the innocence and promise of childhood. This beautiful book celebrates the characteristics that unite all Americans, from our nation’s founders to generations to come. It is about the potential within each of us to pursue our dreams and forge our own paths. It is a treasure to cherish with your family forever.

バラク・オバマが愛娘たちに宛てたこの書簡体絵本は、単なる偉人伝を超え、次世代への深い祈りが込められた文学的叙事詩です。著者は、オキーフやロビンソンといった先駆者たちの勇気を、目の前の子供たちが秘める純粋な資質と鮮やかに重ね合わせます。この「歴史の巨人と未来の希望」を直結させる慈愛に満ちた視座こそが本作の魔法であり、読者の魂を震わせる本質的な魅力と言えます。 ローレン・ロングの瑞々しい挿画と共鳴する言葉は、個々の夢が国家の理想を形作るという壮大なテーマを、親密な語り口で描き出します。過去の英雄が拓いた道が、今を生きる子供たちの可能性へと地続きであることを示す構成は実に見事です。自分たちの内側に眠る無限の力に気づかせてくれる本作は、あらゆる世代が自らの誇りを取り戻すための、至高のバイブルとなるでしょう。